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IKINET International Knowledge and Innovation Networks for European Integration, Cohesion and Enlargement. Policy Forum Regional “competence centres” and European knowledge and Innovation networks: An international comparison of innovation cluster policies Rome, September 19th 2007.
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IKINETInternational Knowledge and Innovation Networksfor European Integration, Cohesion and Enlargement Policy Forum Regional “competence centres” and European knowledge and Innovation networks: An international comparison of innovation cluster policies Rome, September 19th 2007 “IULM University and the Chamber of Commerce: a successful partnership for knowledge and innovation in the area of Milan” Carlo A. Ricciardi and V. Bricola
IULM University and the Milan Chamber of Commerce • IULM University: • twofold mission: languages and communication • strong relations with the local entrepreneurial fabric • Milan Chamber of Commerce: • entrepreneurial formation of Milanese firms • technology and innovation transfer Two institutions deep-rooted in their territory
Artistic handicraftin the area of Milan • Highly creative • Great spirit of innovation • Experimentation • Artistic cross-fertilisation Fashion Design in Milan • High degree of creativity and innovation, but too often locked within the cluster
IULM University and the Milan Chamber of Commerce • Setting up a fruitful network of firms (artistic handicraftsmen) • More interaction between the different actors • Great flow of information for innovation and knowledge Recommendations for policy-makers • Stock-taking of successful experience • Supportive public policies favouring the formation of networks
Thank you for your attention Carlo A. Ricciardi carlo.ricciardi@iulm.it Valeria Bricola valeria.bricola@iulm.it IULM University Via Carlo Bo 1 IT-20143 Milan www.iulm.it